Bill Summary
This resolution is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1969 New York Mets' World Series victory. It acknowledges the team's unexpected and impressive win over the Baltimore Orioles, Atlanta Braves, and Chicago Cubs. It also recognizes the team's impact on the city of New York and the country during a tumultuous time, and honors the efforts of the players, coaches, and leadership. The resolution ultimately congratulates the 1969 New York Mets and celebrates their place in baseball history.
Possible Impacts
1) The legislation could bring back memories for fans who were alive during the 1969 World Series and create a sense of nostalgia.
2) The legislation could educate younger generations about the historic significance of the 1969 New York Mets and their impact on the city and country.
3) The legislation could potentially spark interest in baseball and the New York Mets, leading to increased attendance at games and merchandise sales.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 461 Introduced in House (IH)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 461
Congratulating the 1969 New York Mets on the 50th Anniversary of their
World Series victory.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
June 25, 2019
Mr. King of New York (for himself, Mr. Suozzi, and Mr. Engel) submitted
the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on
Oversight and Reform
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RESOLUTION
Congratulating the 1969 New York Mets on the 50th Anniversary of their
World Series victory.
Whereas the New York Mets, having proudly represented the State of New York in
professional baseball since 1962, won their first World Series title in
1969;
Whereas the 1969 New York Mets masterfully managed to defeat the intimidating
American League Champion Baltimore Orioles, led by the fearsome Robinson
duo of Frank and Brooks, in 5 games;
Whereas the 1969 New York Mets somehow swept an Atlanta Braves team led by
Hammerin' Hank Aaron to win their first National League Championship;
Whereas the 1969 New York Mets bested the Chicago Cubs led by 3 future Hall-of-
Famers to win the Eastern Division;
Whereas the 1969 New York Mets' victory was so unexpected they came to be
nicknamed the ``Miracle Mets'';
Whereas the success of the 1969 New York Mets gave a struggling city a much
needed opportunity to celebrate;
Whereas a country struggling through the Vietnam war was given optimism by the
characters that were the 1969 New York Mets;
Whereas ex-Marines Tom ``The Franchise'' Seaver and Gil Hodges steeled the team
through thick and thin to bring a championship to a city in desperate
need;
Whereas the slugging of the likes of Ed Kranepool, Art Shamsky, Ron Swoboda,
Cleon Jones, and Donn Clendenon led the unrivaled offense of the 1969
New York Mets;
Whereas the arms of the likes of Tom ``The Franchise'' Seaver, Jerry Koosman,
Nolan Ryan, Jim McAndrew, Tug McGraw, and Gary Gentry worked to
overpower hitters for the 1969 New York Mets;
Whereas the leadership of Gil Hodges of the 1969 New York Mets will forever be
unrivaled in Major League Baseball history;
Whereas fifty years later the effect of the 1969 New York Mets on the city of
New York, the State of New York, and the entire country has not been
forgotten; and
Whereas the 1969 New York Mets continue to serve as a reminder of why baseball
will forever be America's Pastime: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) recognizes the 1969 New York Mets for their
distinguished history, contributions to the baseball world, and
their ability to unite a city, State, and country;
(2) congratulates the 1969 New York Mets on the fifty-year
anniversary of their World Series championship;
(3) recognizes the contributions of the players, coaches,
and leadership of the 1969 New York Mets; and
(4) joins with all the people in the United States and
baseball fans everywhere in celebrating the New York Mets'
fifty-year anniversary of their first World Series
championship.
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